As part of an internship funded by Callaghan Innovation and run out of Wellington-based trapping firm Good Nature, she launched a survey today asking people about their desire to snare pests.

She is not just after greenies either. People looking to trap unwanted critters to protect their pantry or garden are also important. "If we get everyone using the traps, we'll have a fantastic effect."

The results will allow her to understand what drives people around the country to catch invasive species, and how important factors - like cost, ease of use, and humanity - are.